Gokshuradi Kwath

Reference: Sahasrayogam, Kashaya Prakarana, 48.2

Gokshuradi Kwath is a herbal decoction preparation, also known by the other names like Gokshuradi Kashaya and Gokshuradi Kadha. It is used to cure the inflammatory conditions. It calms Vata, Pitta and Kapha.

Ingredients

• Gokshura – Tribulus terrestris
• Wet Ginger – Zingiber officinalis
• Punarnava – Boerrhavia diffusa
• Harad – Terminalia chebula
• Daru – Cedrus deodara
• Dry ginger – Zingiber officinale
• Garlic – Allium sativum
• Ikshuraka – Asteracantha longifiolia

Method of Preparation

Gokshuradi Kwath is prepared by boiling the herbal powder of above mentioned herbs in 8 parts of water. Boiling is done until the water is reduced to quarter part.

Dosage

Take 5 – 10 ml, before food, or on empty stomach, once or twice a day or as directed by Ayurvedic doctor.

Indication

It is used in the treatment of inflammation, edema and benign prostate hypertrophy.

Side Effects

• Take this medicine only under medical supervision.
• It has a mild diuretic action.
• Special care is needed while administering this medicine to people who are on medication for high BP.